Product Overview: The 24038 Spherical Roller Bearing
The 24038 is a high-capacity spherical roller bearing designed for the most demanding industrial applications. As a key component in our 24000 Series of Spherical Roller Bearings, this bearing features principal dimensions of 190x290x100mm (Bore x Outer Diameter x Thickness). Its robust design includes two rows of symmetrical barrel-shaped rollers and a common sphered outer ring raceway. This configuration allows the bearing to accommodate heavy radial loads, significant axial loads in both directions, and to compensate for shaft misalignment and deflection, making it indispensable in heavy machinery.
Engineered from premium-grade bearing steel, the 24038 ensures exceptional durability and a long service life, even under severe operating conditions such as high vibration, shock loads, and contamination. Many versions are equipped with a lubrication groove and holes in the outer ring to facilitate efficient relubrication, which is critical for maintaining performance in harsh environments.
Key Features of the 24038 Bearing
- Exceptional Load Capacity: Designed with two rows of rollers to support very high radial and axial loads simultaneously.
- Self-Aligning Capability: The spherical outer raceway allows the bearing to tolerate angular misalignment between the shaft and housing, reducing stress and extending component life.
- Robust and Durable Construction: Manufactured from high-purity, through-hardened steel for maximum strength and wear resistance.
- Optimized for Heavy Industry: Its design is ideal for applications involving heavy loads, shock, and vibration.
- Enhanced Lubrication: Typically features an annular groove and lubrication holes in the outer ring for easy and effective grease application.
- High Precision: Manufactured to tight tolerances to ensure smooth and efficient operation in critical machinery.
Common Applications of 24038 Bearings
- Mining and Quarrying: Widely used in rock crushers, vibrating screens, conveyors, and grinding mills.
- Steel and Metal Processing: Essential for continuous casters, rolling mill stands, and gearbox applications.
- Pulp and Paper Industry: Found in press rolls, calenders, and other heavy-duty processing equipment.
- Construction Machinery: Integral to heavy earth-moving equipment, cranes, and large industrial gearboxes.
- Wind Energy: Used in the main rotor shafts and gearboxes of wind turbines where high reliability is crucial.
- Marine Propulsion: Provides robust support for propeller shafts and heavy marine gear systems.
- Industrial Fans and Blowers: Suitable for large-scale ventilation systems that operate under heavy loads.
Benefits of Using the 24038 Bearing
- Superior Reliability: Reduces the risk of unexpected downtime by effectively managing heavy loads and misalignment.
- Extended Operational Life: The durable design and material quality lead to a longer service life, even in contaminated environments.
- Reduced Maintenance Costs: High reliability means less frequent need for inspection, repair, and replacement.
- Versatile Performance: Capable of handling a combination of radial and axial loads, making it suitable for a wide array of heavy-duty machinery.
- Improved Machine Efficiency: Low-friction design ensures smooth rotation, which can contribute to lower energy consumption and optimal performance.
- Simplified Assembly: The self-aligning feature can simplify the mounting process where perfect alignment is challenging to achieve.
